VEL Sports Management Partners with High Jumper Pooja for Career Growth

VEL Sports Management has officially partnered with Indian high jumper Pooja, who has already made significant strides in her athletic career, including a bronze medal at the Asian Games. This collaboration aims to provide comprehensive support for her professional journey, including training, brand partnerships, and career management. Pooja expressed her excitement about the partnership, emphasizing her commitment to improving as an athlete and inspiring young talents. With VEL's backing, she aims to achieve greater milestones in high jump while making India proud. The management at VEL is equally enthusiastic, believing that Pooja's potential can be further unlocked with the right support.

By Narendra Chaudhary Oct 30, 2026, 13:22 IST

VEL Sports Management Welcomes High Jumper Pooja

On October 30, VEL Sports Management, founded by Olympic champion Neeraj Chopra, announced its partnership with Indian high jumper Pooja, who has already achieved significant success, including a bronze medal at the Asian Games and a national record. This collaboration aims to enhance her athletic development, career management, and commercial prospects, as stated in a recent press release.

Support Structure for Pooja's Career

Through this partnership, VEL Sports Management will provide comprehensive support for Pooja's professional journey. This includes assistance with training, commercial representation, brand partnerships, endorsements, contract negotiations, media relations, personal branding, and long-term career planning. This holistic approach allows Pooja to concentrate on her athletic performance while VEL manages the broader professional aspects of her career.

Pooja's Aspirations and Vision

Expressing her excitement about the partnership, Pooja emphasized her commitment to improving as an athlete and representing India on larger platforms. She aims to inspire young athletes and is eager for VEL's support in her professional journey. Pooja stated, "I am thrilled to start this collaboration with VEL Sports Management. My goal has always been to excel as an athlete and achieve significant milestones in high jump. Coming from Haryana, like Neeraj sir, I take pride in representing our nation and hope to motivate young athletes to pursue their dreams. I look forward to VEL's guidance as I strive to reach my goals and make India proud."

Management's Insights on the Collaboration

Himani Mor, Managing Director of VEL Sports Management, expressed enthusiasm about Pooja joining their team. She noted, "We are excited to have Pooja on board. She has shown remarkable potential, and with the right support, we believe she can achieve even greater success and continue to make our country proud. Our mission at VEL is to create a robust support system for athletes, allowing them to focus on their sports while exploring professional and commercial opportunities. Neeraj's dedication to giving back to the sports community inspires us, and we aim to provide meaningful opportunities for athletes like Pooja as they advance in their careers."

Pooja's Athletic Achievements

Pooja is quickly becoming a prominent figure in Indian athletics. The high jumper from Haryana secured a bronze medal in the women's high jump at the 2026 Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya and set a new national record of 1.93m while winning gold at the Asian U20 Athletics Championships in Hong Kong earlier this year. At just 19 years old, she has already made a name for herself as one of India's most promising young athletes, with ambitious goals ahead.

VEL's Commitment to Athlete Development

Inspired by Neeraj Chopra's vision of supporting Indian sports, VEL Sports Management is dedicated to providing athletes with the necessary professional guidance and opportunities to build sustainable careers. This partnership aims to help Pooja build on her accomplishments and continue her journey toward international success.